Allie M.

Navickas

amnavickas@gmail.com
18166 Southdale Plaza
Omaha, NE 68135
402-680-2676

Objective
To fill a position that allows for the enhancement and encouragement of my communication and teaching skills in supporting
collaboration and student progress within an diverse learning community.
Education
University of Nebraska at Omaha
Bachelor of Science in Education, GPA: 3.891
Endorsement: Secondary Education, Social Science
Graduation: May 2012
Work Experience
Kingsville, R-I High School, Kingsville R-I School District, Kingsville, MO
7-12 Social Studies Teacher, Junior High Girls Assistant Basketball Coach, Aug. 2014-Current
Managed, modified, and wrote district curriculum and daily lessons for eight different Social Studies courses including
American History to 1865, American History Since 1865, Government, Civics, Economics, World Cultures, Physical and
Human World Geography, Psychology, and Sociology
Co-created and instructed data driven classrooms in which both students and teachers reviewed performance and
developed SMART goals to achieve measurable academic improvement
Promoted higher-level thinking skills through the development of reinforcement-based learning techniques and
technological approaches
Increased student and parental academic involvement through communication of student progress
Assisted the Head Basketball coach with instructing players in the rules, regulations, equipment, and techniques of the
sport
Monitored the academic performance of student-athletes in addition to their athletic progress
Quality Living Inc., Omaha, NE
Life Skills Assistant and Certified Nursing Assistant, May 2013-July 2014
Provided clear and positive expectations, respectful treatment, and reinforcement to residents as per organizational
mission, philosophy and individualized training programs
Created, implemented, monitored and documented programs for residents/clients per their active treatment plan
Maintained resident/client confidentiality
Actively participated in trans-disciplinary team approaches to provide quality service to each resident/client
Gretna High School, Gretna Public Schools, Gretna, NE
Substitute Teacher, Aug. 2012-June 2013
Assigned control over American History and Psychology course for eight contracted weeks and fulfilled all duties and
responsibilities of the lead teacher
Substituted at the elementary and secondary levels in multiple content areas
Implemented teacher prepared lesson plans and assigned student class work
Enforced established rules and expectations concerning student conduct and discipline
Completed daily evaluations to communicate information to the teacher
Love and Learn Child Development Center, Omaha, NE
Assistant Teacher and Closer, Feb. 2006-May 2013
Developed classroom schedules, routines, and instruction to ensure children met academic, physical, and social-emotional
developmental benchmarks
Maintained detailed records of children progress, routines, and interests through daily parent reports
Worked collaboratively with directors, outside support personnel, and parents to develop, implement, and maintain a
behavior plans for special needs children
Over-saw the operation of 14 classrooms
Trained newly hired staff in classroom management, classroom routine, and child care center duties

Related Experience
Gretna High School Track Team, Gretna Public Schools, Gretna, NE
Volunteer Coach, Feb. 2012-May 2012
Assumed responsibility for supervising students at out-of-class practices and track meets
Collaborated practices, time taking, and record keeping with cooperating coaches
Monitored the academic performance of student-athletes
Girl Scout Troop 3837, Girl Scouts of America, Omaha, NE
Co-leader, Sept. 2011-May 2012
Designed and initiated activities from Girl Scouts of America curriculum
Coordinated monthly meeting dates and maintained open communication with parents
Assumed responsibility of troop funds and sent troop spending reports to parents monthly
Omaha South High School, Omaha Public Schools, Omaha, NE
Avenue Scholars Tutor, Jan. 2011-May 2011
Tutored low achieving 11th and 12th grade students in a multiple content areas
Modeled and taught college preparation and study skills
Maintained supportive and professional relationships with students
Activities and Honors
Kingsville R-I Rookie Teach of the Year Award 2014-15
University of Nebraska at Omaha Degree Honors, Summa Cum Laude
University of Nebraska at Omaha Honors Program, Fall 2008-Spring 2012
Phi Kappa Phi International Honors Society, Spring 2010-Spring 2012
Delta Kappa Pi International Education Honors Fraternity, Spring 2010-Spring 2012
University of Nebraska at Omaha Deans List Spring 2008 - Fall 2011
University of Nebraska at Omaha Chancellors List Spring 2008 - Spring 2009, Spring 2010 Fall 2010, Fall 2011
Certifications
Missouri Initial Professional Certificate, Social Science Grade Levels 5-9
Missouri Initial Professional Certificate, Social Science Grade Levels 9-12
Nebraska State Teaching Certificate, Initial, Social Science Grade Levels 7-12
CPR and AED Certified through August 2017
First Aid Certified through August 2017
Additional Skills
Organized and prioritized approach to work
Demonstrated ability as a team player
Strong work ethics and initiative
Outstanding communication skills, both written and oral
Tolerant and flexible to different, high pressure situations
Demonstrated use of judgment and ability to solve problems efficiently